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Lightning Creek Stock Campground

Lightning Creek Stock Camp is a boat-accessible backcountry campground on Ross Lake featuring 2 sites with group camping and trail access, specifically designed for stock animals (horses/pack animals).

Access is by boat only; a backcountry permit is required for overnight stays, and water must be obtained from the lake and filtered/purified.

The campground offers newly renovated vault toilets, spacious well-maintained sites suitable for multiple tents, and a functional dock for boat access.


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Explore the wonders of Ross Lake! Find excellent fishing spots, easy access to boat ramps, and all the amenities you need for a memorable day by the water. Your adventure starts here.

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